What is another word for monologist?

Pronunciation: [mˈɒnə͡ʊlˌɒd͡ʒɪst] (IPA)

A monologist is a person who delivers a lengthy speech or engages in a one-sided conversation. Synonyms for monologist include soliloquist, speaker, talker, orator, raconteur, narrator, declaimer. A soliloquist is a person who talks to oneself or addresses an audience directly. A speaker is someone who gives a speech or delivers a talk. An orator is skilled at public speaking and can deliver a powerful message. A raconteur is a skilled storyteller who can entertain an audience with anecdotes and tales. A narrator is a person who provides a commentary or voice-over, often for a documentary or movie. A declaimer is someone who delivers a passionate or dramatic speech.

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Usage examples for Monologist

An observant auditor will be interested in noticing the various devices a monologist will use to get the first round of laughter and applause.
"The Art of Public Speaking"
Dale Carnagey (AKA Dale Carnegie) and J. Berg Esenwein
The devices of the great orator may not be so obvious as those of the vaudeville monologist, but the principle is the same: he tries to strike some universal note that will have all his hearers feeling alike at the same time.
"The Art of Public Speaking"
Dale Carnagey (AKA Dale Carnegie) and J. Berg Esenwein
Therefore the word monologue means "to speak alone"-and that is often how a monologist feels.
"Writing for Vaudeville"
Brett Page

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